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Atlantic Salmon Interpretation Centre
Situated on the Chamcook Stream, just four miles away from the hotel via Route 127 east, the Atlantic Salmon Federation's interpretation centre acquaints visitors with all aspects of the wild Atlantic salmon's history, biology, and challenging environment. Visitors will also enjoy the Salmon Hall of Fame, nature trails, and in-stream aquarium, where live salmon can be observed in their natural surroundings. The Atlantic Salmon Interpretation Centre is open from early June until late September. Groups are welcome. For more information or to book a tour, please phone 506-529-1384 or 506-529-4581.
Bay of Fundy
The Bay of Fundy is a worldwide phenomenon, home to the highest tides on earth and is one of the marine wonders of the world. A UNESCO designated area; the highest tides in the Bay of Fundy rise to 55 feet in areas and fluctuate every 6 hours daily. Guests to the Bay of Fundy may explore the ocean floor at low tides, dig for clams and discover sea life along its shore. In St. Andrews, the tides rise 26 feet and guests may drive across the ocean floor to Minister's Island. Truly a unique life experience, the Bay of Fundy is full of spectacular adventures. Watch for the Fundy Coastal Drive signs around New Brunswick to explore a beautiful seaside drive.
Campobello Island/International Park
Campobello Island, part of New Brunswick, was the site of the summer home of President Roosevelt. Located 43 miles away, take Highway 127 to Calais, ME., then Route 1 (USA) to Lubec, ME. Take the bridge to Campobello Island back into Canada. Boat rides directly from St. Andrew's Harbor are available seasonally.
Huntsman Marine Science Centre Aquarium/Museum
The HMSC Aquarium/Museum located 2 miles northwest of the hotel features exhibits about local marine and freshwater environment. Highlights include a large touch pool, a family of harbor seals, aquariums with freshwater and marine fish, and terrarium with amphibians and reptiles. The season of operation is from May 22 to October 31. For more information on hours of operation please call (506) 529-1202.
Katy's Cove
A self-contained inlet of sun-warmed saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean, Katy's Cove is a sandy beach located less than a 5 mintues walk from the hotel. Whether an afternoon of sun or a full day family adventure, this area is complete with beach attendant, canteen, beach volleyball, beach house and children's play structure. Katy's Cove is available for private dinners, lobster boils and events through the hotel's Sales Department. A great place for picnics and outdoor events.
Kingsbrae Garden
Kingsbrae Garden, a 27-acre horticultural masterpiece, is nestled in the heart of St Andrews by-the-Sea, Canada's premier seaside resort community. Named one of Canada's Top Ten Public Gardens, the Garden was recently awarded the "Because Green Matters" National Stewardship award from Project EverGreen Canada, and designated a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. The Garden was declared Attractions Canada's National Winner for "Best Developed Outdoor Site in Canada" in 2001, after just 3 years of operation.
Kingsbrae Garden has been created on the grounds of several grand old estates, incorporating mature cedar hedges, mature trees and an old-growth Acadian forest. Follow walking paths through magnificent collections of over 50,000 flowers, shrubs and trees in many themed gardens, complemented by a genuine Dutch windmill, cedar maze, sculptures, alpacas, peacocks, ducks and more. Our site and buildings are handicap accessible, including the Garden Café, Gift Shop & Art Gallery.
For information on visitation or current programming contact (506) 529-3335, ext 1 or toll free at (866) 566-8687. View the website.
Minister's Island
During the summer visitors can enjoy guided tours of this protected Provincial Historic Site. Just five to ten minutes from St.Andrews by-the-Sea, the island is a short drive over the ocean's floor at low tide. Once on the island you will find the summer residence of Sir William Van Horne, Canada's visionary railway builder. The huge mansion has 50 rooms including 17 bathrooms, amazing dining room, large billiards room, bath house, barns and windmills. The tour is approximately two hours and the small entrance fee is put towards the operation and further improvements of the island. For more tour information contact (506) 529-5081 or visit the website.
Ross Memorial Museum
One of St. Andrews' Gems; that's how one visitor described the Ross Memorial Museum. Others have called it 'a wonderful surprise' and 'a treasure.' Whether you come for 15 minutes or an hour, we think you'll agree the 'Ross' is just the right size to fit into your day of sight-seeing in this picturesque seaside town.
The museum is housed in a red brick Georgian mansion built in 1824 by Loyalist, the Honorable Harris Hatch. Locally known as Chestnut Hall it contains the eclectic collection of our benefactors, Henry and Juliette Ross, who brought back artifacts from their world travels and were also early collectors of 19th century New Brunswick furniture and Canadian and American paintings. The house is set inside a fenced garden featuring heather beds and, of course, a chestnut tree. Located a short walk from The Fairmont Algonquin.
Saint Croix Island
Saint Croix Island is an international historic site and viewing parks are located on both sides of the river. The first Europeans to settle in the area were a company of French explorers led by Sieur de Monts (Pierre de Gua) and Samuel de Champlain in 1604.
For more information, type in keyword Saint Croix on the Parks Canada website.
Town Wharf
The Town Wharf is located a brief walk from The Fairmont Algonquin. It is a picturesque area to watch the harbour activity, embark on whale watching or simply stroll along the pier on a beautiful seaside day.
Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre
Sunbury Shores Arts & Nature Center was founded in 1964 as a non-profit educational and cultural organization, with the goal of providing its students the opportunity to explore the connections between art and nature.
The Centre offers courses that make use of the area's rich natural environment as sources of artistic inspiration and scientific exploration. Winter, Summer, and Fall programs are offered in order to encourage environmental awareness and visual literacy.
Sunbury Shores is located in the historical seaside resort town of St. Andrews, on Passamaquoddy Bay, in the southwestern corner of New Brunswick and is a short walk from The Fairmont Algonquin.
The Chocolate Museum
Devoted to the wonder of chocolate and its place in the heritage of New Brunswick, this museum recounts the story of brothers James and Gilbert Ganong, whose candy-making company, built in the late 1800s continues today. The Museum offers hands-on exhibits, interactive computer displays, collections of historic chocolate boxes and antique candy-making equipment.
The museum also features The Heritage Chocolate Walk offered from mid-June to mid-October. This walk includes a tour of the Museum and a stroll past homes and buildings which relate to the history of St. Stephen, Canada's Chocolate town! Reservations and comfortable walking shoes are advised. Enjoy chocolate treats and introduce family and friends to the FUN side of learning!
Additional Information
Websites with additional New Brunswick sightseeing information:
www.standrewsbythesea.ca
www.TourismNewBrunswick.ca
www.bayoffundytourism.com
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